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Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies for the 2021 e3 Conference. At this year's conference, participants will be challenged to:

educate themselves on alternative therapies and Parkinson’s
energize their community to get up and moving through exercise
empower themselves in order to thrive with Parkinson’s

Event Details:

Saturday, September 18 | 9:00am - 3:00pm

Check-In begins at 8:30am

Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center | 7800 E. Tufts Ave.,

Denver, CO 80237

For more information or sponsorship opportunities, please email Emma

or call (303) 830-1839.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Thank You To Our Presenting Sponsor:

Educational Events

Chat With The Parkinson's Pro: Steamboat Springs

Join us for an educational opportunity with

Dr. Jeanne Feuerstein, The University of Colorado Hospital, for a discussion on the nonmotor symptoms that may accompany Parkinson’s disease and how to address these symptoms should they arise.

Saturday, August 14 | 9:00am - 11:00am

Steamboat Community Center | 1605 Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs

Please note that if fewer than five individuals register by August 11th, the event will be canceled. The Parkinson Association of the Rockies will contact you in the event of a cancellation.

To RSVP, please email Emma or call (303) 830-1839.

Webinar Recording: Isolation, Loneliness & Parkinson's

We have added our most recent webinar, Isolation, Loneliness and Parkinson's to our YouTube Channel. The webinar is led by Mary O'Hara LCSW, click here to watch the recording.

Exercise

Many of our exercise classes are back in-person; all you need is a signed waiver with the Parkinson Association to join! For more information or to turn in your waiver, please contact PAR at (303) 830-1839 or email Emma.

To access a full list of exercise classes, please visit our website.

Community Events

Castle Rock Support Group Starts Saturday

We have a new inclusive support group offered in Castle Rock.

Saturday, July 31 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

Castle Rock Library

100 S. Wilcox Street, Castle Rock CO 80104

The support group will be held every 4^th Saturday of the month from

10:00am - 12:00pm and anyone is welcome to attend.

PD Self Fall 2021 Registration is Now Open

PD Self Parkinson’s Self-Efficacy Learning Forum Fall 2021

Explore a scientifically proven program that helps you manage your disease and transforms lives through the power of self-efficacy Learn and gain support from your fellow participants through small group discussions. A computer or tablet with wifi is all you need. Experience with videoconferencing not required.

To register, email Hal or call (303) 319-0626

Click here to view the flyer.

8th Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium

The CU Movement Disorders Clinic and Parkinson's Foundation present the 8th annual Parkinson's disease Symposium.

When | Saturday, September 25 | 8:30am - 12:00pm

Who | designed for people with Parkinson’s disease, care partners, and families. Health care professionals and anyone interested in learning more about Parkinson’s disease are welcome!

What | a free educational event given by a team of experts to update the community about Parkinson’s disease including topics such as medication and therapy overview, gut-brain connection, nutrition for PD, palliative and supportive care, and research updates.

Where | Virtual, but registration is required.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Apply to Join PAR’s Young Professional Council

Looking to grow your leadership skills? Expand your social circle? Want to make a difference?

Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies Young Professionals Council (YPC)! As a YPC member, you’ll link arms with a dynamic group of young professionals interested in making a meaningful impact in our community.

Applications are currently being accepted for our 2021-22 Council. This is a unique opportunity to experience how a non-profit organization functions, understand the important role of a board member, network, learn how to fundraise, and gain valuable leadership skills.

For more information and to access an application, please visit ParkinsonRockies.org/YPC or email Eli.

King Soopers Community Rewards Program

Everyone needs groceries, so why not let a percentage of your grocery bill benefit PAR? All you have to do is shop at King Soopers and swipe your Soopers Card (or enter your Alt. ID).

To get registered follow these simple instructions:

Sign in or Create an Account
Click on Account Settings
Select "My Account"
Click the arrow next to "My Account Menu"
Click "Community Rewards"
Search "PA876" or "Parkinson Association of the Rockies" & Click Enroll

Play Fore PAR Thank You!

This year's Play Fore PAR was an absolute blast! We had a ton of fun and raised over $55,000! The money raised will go directly into our programs and services for people living with Parkinson's. Thank you to Kaitlin Kunkler for taking these great photos!

Thank You To Our Top Sponsors:

Meet Our New Board Member

Redneck Ride and Backyard Bash For Parkinson's

Redneck Ride is back for its 9th year, but this year's event will look a little different from past rides. This year's ride will be at Morning Fresh Dairy Farm in Bellvue, CO.

The ride and backyard bash will be a family friendly event that will include live music from local band, 10 Year Echo, yard games, food and beverages for purchase, prize raffles, dairy tours and more!

Sunday, August 29 | 10:00am - 3:00pm

Morning Fresh Dairy Farm | 5821 W Co Rd 54E, Bellvue, CO 80512

For the safety of all participants, the ride itself will be contained to Morning Fresh Dairy Farm's property and riders will be able to start and stop their ride at any time.

Bring your bikes, a lawn chair or blanket and come ready to dance and have a fantastic day filled with fun to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson's.